Summer Camp Manager: Athletics and Aquatics

Academy of the Holy Names•Tampa, FL

18d

About The Position

The Summer Camp Manager is a summer leadership position focused on overseeing the daily operations, supervision, and overall experience of athletic and aquatic camps. This role coordinates major transitions, pool usage, and weather-related adjustments while serving as the primary point of contact for athletic camp coaches and camp administration. The manager plays a key role in maintaining safety, organization, and high camp standards in a fast-paced summer environment. This is a seasonal summer role, hours are primarily 8:00am – 4:00pm. Summer Staff training and team meetings begin in May.

Requirements

Experience working in camps, athletics, aquatics, or youth programs
Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage schedules, transitions, and multiple activities
Comfortable supporting and enforcing safety procedures in athletic and aquatic settings
Ability to collaborate effectively with camp staff, coaches, and administration
CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain prior to the start of camp)

Nice To Haves

Coursework or background in education, athletics, recreation, or a related field is a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of athletic and aquatic camps, including attendance support, regular camp check-ins, and ensuring camper and camp needs are met
Manage athletic and aquatic safety throughout the camp day, including supervision of lifeguards, pool safety, heat/hydration protocols, and response to minor injuries or incidents
Coordinate and supervise all major transitions, including arrival, dismissal, lunch, pool usage, weather relocations, and full-day rain plans to ensure camper accountability and experience
Oversee pool transitions and enforce coach engagement expectations while at the pool
Serve as the primary point of contact for athletic camp coaches regarding daily operations, expectations, safety, and camper behavior
Act as first point of contact for behavioral issues within athletic camps and communicate with camp administration and parents as needed
Assist with early dismissals and ensure accurate records are maintained when campers leave early or at noon
Ensure daily photos are taken for athletic camps and uploaded to designated folders, supporting coaches/counselors as needed
Distribute camp giveaway items to sport camps during designated check-in times
Provide water coolers filled with water and ice to outdoor camps daily and assist with equipment setup, coordination, and end-of-day storage
Support schedule coordination and communicate real-time changes related to weather, space, staffing, or programming
Report any camps that might not be meeting our camp standards early so that camper experience and safety remain the priority.
Document and report injuries, incidents, or safety concerns in accordance with camp procedures
Other items as assigned by the supervisor.